The applicant proposes to construct two 1-family semi-detached houses partially within the adjacent area of NYSDEC regulated Class 1 Freshwater Wetland NA-9 (Dongan Hills). The proposed houses are approximately 70 feet from the wetland boundary at their closest point. A five foot wide vegetative buffer will be established between the wetland and the development to reduce impacts. The project is located at the north corner of Patterson & Buel Avenues, Staten Island, Block 3747 - Lot 39.

State Environmental Quality Review (SEQR) Determination: Project is an Unlisted Action and will not have a significant impact on the environment. A Negative Declaration is on file. A coordinated review was not performed.

SEQR Lead Agency: None Designated

State Historic Preservation Act (SHPA) Determination: Cultural resource lists and map have been checked. No registered, eligible or inventoried archaeological sites or historic structures were identified at the project location. No further review in accordance with SHPA is required.

Coastal Management: This project is located in a Coastal Management area and is subject to the Waterfront Revitalization and Coastal Resources Act.

Opportunity for Public Comment: Comments on this project must be submitted in writing to the Contact Person no later than Oct 26 2001.